Spa Running Festival

The Spa Running Festival presented by Window Mart - Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Squirt Race

Event Details

• Date: November 14, 2026
• Location: 134 Convention Boulevard, Hot Springs, AR
• Website: Spa Running Festival
• Course Highlights: Beautiful Hot Springs National Park, West Mountain, and both summits of Hot Springs Mountain/North Mountain!

Event Features

• Inclusive: An event for everyone - kids, beginners to elite runners, and those that like a challenge!
• Kids Race: The Squirt Race is for children aged 2 to 10 years.
• Fast and Flat: The 5K offers a quick course suitable for all levels!
• Challenge: The 10K celebrates its 45th year with a scenic route!

Benefits of the Spa Running Festival

• Scenic Beauty: Running through Historic Downtown and Bathhouse Row.
• Expo: Join us for the Expo on Friday.
• Technical Shirt: Receive a great long sleeve technical shirt.
• Finisher Medals: An awesome medal for all participants (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Squirt Race).

Post-Race Festivities

• Finish Line Festival: Includes grilled burgers, hot soup, pizza, snacks, and a beer tent.
• Live Music: Enjoy a performance by Jacob Flores, recently voted Best Local Performer in 2025 Reader Choice Award!
• Socializing: Hang around after the race for food, drinks, and community.
• Bragging Rights: Celebrate conquering both mountains!

Community Impact

Proceeds from the 2025 race will benefit these non-profit organizations:

• Friends of the Parks
• Arkansas Spa Pacers Buzz Wilson Scholarship Program
• Literacy Council of the Ouachita
• Humane Society of Garland County
• The CALL in Garland County

Join Us!

The Spa Running Festival has a race for every family member, so come run with us through Hot Springs National Park on Saturday, November 14th, a landmark event in beautiful, historic downtown Hot Springs!